September 30th, 2014
Class activities for Tuesday, September 30
Spelling: We reviewed common spelling patterns for the /or/ sound: or and ore. We also remembered that an r following a vowel makes a new sound.
Cursive: Ten cursive sentences, seven or more words each, are due on Fridays.
Reading: Today was a reading day in Literature Circles; some groups worked on visualizing text while reading.
Writing: We continued to learn that adding inner story details of thoughts and feelings adds another layer of realism to personal narratives and stories.
Students also continued to draft their narrative. A personal narrative is due on Friday, October 10. Your student should be nearing the end of their draft at this time.
Math: Students continued to work on the partner math test started last week.
Homework is to practice math for 15 minutes or more using MobyMax or Khan Academy.
Science: We wrote notes about the circulatory system and reviewed the respiratory system.
Social Studies: Students received social studies notebooks to use for writing notes. We also started learning that different regions usually have different characteristics. Homework is to finish notebook p. 15.
Notes:
- View our daily learning targets.
- Visit our Links page: keep track of all the websites we use for learning, or try something new.
- Check out our class calendar to stay up-to-date.
- View grades, report cards, behavior, assignments, and attendance online.
Our Mission:
All students in Room 130 will do their best and get ready for 6th grade.
